Richard Lewontin
Biologist and geneticist, evolutionist
Born
March 29th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions focused on population genetics and evolutionary biology. Worked on the concept of genetic diversity and its implications for evolution. Engaged in the debate on the role of genetics and environment in human behavior. Served as a professor at Harvard University, influencing many students and researchers in the field of biology.
Co-authored 'The Genetic Basis of Evolutionary Change'
Contributed to the study of genetic variation in populations
Pioneered ideas on the role of ecology in evolution
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